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ORCHARD KNOB. This hill in front of
Missionary Ridge was initially the forward position of the Confederate
defense line. It was taken by Union forces, and from here General Ulysses
Grant commanded the assault on Missionary Ridge. On November 25, 1863, six
cannon shot from this hill signaled the beginning of the battle for the
ridge. Visitors will find a half dozen state monuments and a number of
cannon, but the real reason to visit Orchard Knob is the geographical
perspective it gives to the fighting between Lookout Mountain and
Missionary Ridge.